Dorothy Bauer's snow covered Cristmas tree pin has glistening tiny clear rhinestones at the ends of each branch, and, of course, a shimmering rhinestone star on the top. The base is round which enables it to stand up for display when not being worn. Signed Bauer on the back. 2 1/2" by 1 1/4.

This Joseff set is elegantly simple and simply elegant---and oh so wearable. It is done in the semi matte finish referred to as Russian gold. This finish is the one for which Joseff is known. The brooch is signed Joseff, an early signature later changed to Joseff of Hollywood. I believe this is a later set produced when the company reissued some early pieces. The brooch is 4 7/8" long, 3" wide. The clip earrings are 2 1/4" long and 1 3/4" wide. The brooch has the Joseff signature.

Elegant old vermeil clip and earrings by Alfred Philippe for Trifari. Tiny pave rhinestones combined with rich gold over sterling silver. Marked Trifari and sterling on the back of the clip and earrings. Clip is 3" long, 2"wide. Earrings are 1".

This dome-shapesd Weiss butterfly is gorgeous. And enormous. It is very old Weiss, 1940's. Various shapes and sizes of rhinestones with a huge center cabachon, all prong set. Weiss oval plaque and copyright symbol on the back. Brooch is 4" wide, 4 1/2" high and 1" front to back.

deLillo's beautiful green beads earrings all but glow! The hoops with their dangles sway slightly as the wearer moves. Designed for de Lillo in the 1970's by Robert Clark, formerly Chief Designer for Miriam Haskell. These particular clip earrings were purchased from Mr. deLillo and Mr. Clark from their personal archives and were the prototype for the limited edition that Mr. Clark produced. Earrings are 3 1/2" top to bottom, hoops are 1 1/2" in diameter. One ear has the deLillo plaque.

This purse, named "Florentine Lilies", was created by Maya EXCLUSIVELY for our website and will ONLY be available here. ONLY 25 purses will ever be made. Each purse will be numbered and personally signed by Maya. Every purse will include a note from Maya as to why the purse was created and how it became named "Florentine Lilies". This carved and molded resin purse contains pearls, Czech and Austrian crystals, glass and cast metal beads, with a silver plated chain that can be worn as a necklace. ...

Typical of Patrice's fine design, always rich in the use of semi-precious stones, this pendant necklace and earrings is a beautiful example of her work. In this set she uses serpentine jade, Chinese turquoise, tiger iron jasper, hsiu jade, vintage German glass and brass. The necklace is 17" around and the chunky monkey pendant is 2 1/4" long, 1 1/4" wide and 3/4" front to back. The clip earrings are 1" long and 3/4" wide.

Elegant carving of flowers and branches in this resin purse by Maya. The gold plated medallion presents onyx and carnelian. The antiqued gold plated chain also contains onyx as well as iridescent faceted beads. Note the sassy tassel. Purse is 8" wide, 4 1/2" high and 2 1/2" deep. Chain is 44" end to end.

Superb craftsmanship and quality materials give this Hobe piece the allure of real gemstones and gold. The crystals are faceted and clear backed. This brooch which converts to a pendant, is the essence of the fine work evident in old Hobe pieces. 1 3/4" long, including dangles and 1 1/4" wide.

Maya uses carved flowers and leaves lightly dusted with gilt to enhance the rich olive color of the purse. Add to that bronzed metal beads, crystals and rhinestones and you have an elegant purse, good for day or evening wear. Purse is 7" wide, 3 1/2" high and 1 1/2" deep. Chain is 44" end to end.

Elegant and graceful looking, this Maya purse is charming. The carved butterfly design is on both sides of the purse while carved flowers adorn the resin top. Crystals and pearls are on both the purse and the silver metal-colored chain. Purse is 8" wide, 6" high and 3" deep. Detachable chain is 42" end to end.

Maya creates a sleek amber resin purse with swirls of black and small metal "buttons" resembling hobnails. Semi-precious stones, antiqued beads and crystals on detachable link chain that also can be worn as a necklace. Purse is 9" wide,4" high,1 1/2" deep. Chain is 44" end to end. Antiqued copper-colored metal frame.

American designer Patrice has created this charming pair in natural stones and brass. The necklace is composed of yellow jade,Chinese amazonite and pearls (note the beautiful pearl in the ornate shell just above the dolphin pendant). The clip earrings are composed of Chinese amazonite and honey jasper. The necklace is 17" end to end and the pendant 2" in diameter. The earrings are 1" in diameter. They are priced separately.

Elegant yet delicate, this Hattie Carnegie set with its all prong-set rhinestones glitters brilliantly. The hook closure on the necklace permits it to be worn as a choker or slightly longer for an equally charming look. necklace is 15" end to end and 1" wide, approximately. Clip earrings are 1" by 1/2". All pieces have the Hattie Carnegie plaque on the back. NOTE: see following picture for matching brooch.

This brooch has sparkling clear and deep sapphire blue rhinestones, all prong set. Very three dimensional. Hattie Carnegie plaque on the back. 2 1/2" in diameter. NOTE: the preceding picture of necklace and earrings match this brooch.

Beautifully crafted Marcel Boucher pin. Very three dimensional. Note the clear rhinestone collar that gives this little bird class and character. Gold plated. Says Boucher on back of tail feathers. Boucher series number also on back but is illegible. 3 1/4" long, 7/8" wide.

Fabulous sassy pouch and totally intact, a major feat for a little purse that ancient! Large blue faceted beads, two levels of tiny silver bead fringe and an eight strand long tassel. Great lining and metal drawstring. Some lucky person danced the Charleston with this little purse swinging from her wrist. Diameter of purse fully opened 4 1/2", length of purse 5", length of tassel 2 1/2", wristband tightens automatically by metal drawstring to fit any size wrist.

This purse was purchased from a very fine estate sale, and the quality of this Judith Jack purse reflects the sale from which it came. The marquisite (pyrite) is "grade A" mined in South America. The stones are hand set in sterling silver. The design and craftsmanship are superb. The lining repeatedly presents Judith Jack's name. The metal cartouche says "Judith Jack, made in Italy." Purse is 5 1/2" by 4 5/8". 1 1/2" front to back. Beaded chain is 11 1/2" end to end.

Elegantly designed and of the finest leather, this Judith Leiber handbag is a classic. Center compartment sports a sassy, signed, gold-plated comb with its own pouch. That compartment has an open side pocket and a zippered one and has a clasp closure. The two open side pockets are great for carrying gloves, keys and the like. A beautiful, practical bag to use every day. As with all of our things this bag is in excellent condition. Its age is unknown to me but I suspect is an early Leiber, possib...

Sassy little pouch purse! This little guy is a charmer. Lovely leather and sleek and shiny ranch mink. The leather plaque on the interior zipper compartment says : made in Italy for Lord & Taylor, 100% mink. The lining ( in perfect condition just like the outside ) repeats over and over again: Paola del Lungo. Purse is 10" wide, 7 1/2" high, 3" side to side. The straps are 22" end to end.

Karen Smith, a contemporary American artisan, refers to herself as a "knotter of miniature tapestry adornments." She designs knotting patterns in washable nylon thread and integrates them with gemstones. This particular necklace is composed of a serpentine dragon carving with amethyst, turquoise, black onyx, jade and goldstone beads. It is hand signed Karen Smith '06 on the back. It is a remarkable and outstanding artwork! I measures 28" end to end (measured using the inside string of beads).

A charmer! This whimsical bug looks like he has a sense of humor. American designer Rick Shelley created him in pewter and colorful glass beads. The wings move slightly and look like mother of pearl. He is a large bug measuring 5" from front to back, 3 1/2" side to side and is approximately 2" high.

Maya frequently presents an oriental theme in her purses.This one is even more special than most. Under the resin surface is (quoted from Maya) "Special 'Geisha' painting by renowned painter: Art Zamora for Maya as signed." The front, and especially the back, of the purse are heavily carved/molded. The 46" chain features faceted citrine and crystal beads. Purse is 8 1/2" wide 5" high, 2" deep.

The look of ancient ivory, antiqued copper-tone metal framing and antiqued gold plate chain, all these in Maya's lovely purse. Add to that jasper, citrine, and wood and metal beads and you have an artwork! Great to wear with jeans and also great with dress up. Note the flat back of the purse which makes it ride nicely against the body. Purse is 5 3/4" wide, 7" high, 2" deep. Chain is 46" long.

Maya chooses a delicate turquoise color for her resin purse. The snake skin pattern is, in some areas, dusted with gold leaf. Note the ornate clasp with gilt butterfly and flowers which are accented with glittering rhinestones and crystals. The charming pendant is composed of crystals and piwa pearls. The chain, which can also be worn as a necklace, is gold plated with chunks of turquoise, crystals and gold colored beads. Chain is 44". Purse is 7" wide, 3 1/2" high, 2 1/2" deep.

Elegant and extremely wearable is this set by Miriam Haskell. In the necklace there are chains with tiny links, and a chain with long links that carries the the jade colored glass beads and faceted crystals. The round center of the necklace is very intricately designed with multiple levels and all prong set tiny rhinestones and a gold plated leaf design. On both the necklace and the button clip earrings, the filigree work is gorgeous. The part of the necklace that goes around the neck and supp...

Elegant and enormous, this unsigned gold plated brooch can also be worn as a pendant. The piece is very heavy and chunky. It is probably from the 1960's and may possibly be a Kenneth J Lane piece though it is not signed. 6 1/2" long and 4" wide.

Maya presents this beautiful golden color in her carved resin purse. The color is enhanced by the carnelian and onyx beads, and the faceted crystals and rhinestones, both on the purse and on the chain. The purse is 8" by 4 1/2" and 2" front to back. The chain is 44" end to end.

Large and elegant, this heavily gold plated Trifari feather brooch is wonderful! Surface of the brooch is convex which adds to its graceful design, and clear, sparkling rhinestones add to its sparkle. Length of the curved feather is 4 1/4". Width is 1 1/2". The brooch is signed Trifari and pat pend.

Early Kenneth Lane necklace is signed KJL, Laguna. While the pearls are false, they have an amazing luster that gives them the look of real pearls. Beautifully strung and knotted, there are four shades of pearls: two shades of "black pearls", beige/pink colored pearls, and white pearls. The clasp is dome shaped set with pave rhinestones and is 1 1/2" long and 1" wide. The necklace end to end (including clasp) is 34".

Outrageous is the only word to describe these exotic, wonderful shoulder-duster earrings by Maya. Maya has used jet, carnelian, pearls, faceted glass beads and rhinestones in this creation. 6" long, 2" wide.

Maya's dangle clip earrings have colored rhinestones and genuine amethyst and carnelian, making a big splash against the antiqued metal. Glamorous and a little more conservative than a shoulder-duster! i 1/2" wide, 3 1/2" long.

A very unique bracelet! The pattern on the front is actual leaf bark from the Philippines. The bark is coated with acrylic. The black portion of the bracelet is made of tree resin, also from the Philippines. The bracelet pulls apart in two pieces so it can go over the hand easily. Front bark panel is 2 1/8" high, back is 7/8" high.

One of Maya's most elegant creations, this purse is a gem. Its resin base is enhanced with shimmering gold highlights and carved smoky flowers that are encrusted with faceted black and gray iridescent beads and smoky colored rhinestones. The 44" chain presents smoky topaz and crystal beads. Purse is 7" wide, 5" high and 2" deep.

The carving in this rich brown resin purse by Maya is accented by warm rust colors with hint of gold, punctuated by tiny sparkling clear rhinestones. Note the sassy silk tassel and the 44" gold plated chain with its faceted beads and crystals. Purse is 6" by 3 1/2" and is 2 1/4" deep.

Maya also makes fabulous jewelry using semi-precious stones and pearls. Some small scale and some large like these 6" long earrings. To see Maya's jewelry go to our HOME PAGE and click on the CONTEMPORARY JEWELRY BUTTON. The work of other designers appears there also.

A charming purse design by Maya. Made of tree resin, it looks as if it is a combination of lizard and snake skin. The color combination is interesting and the resin is accented by copper metal. Note the sassy tassel and the elegant beads on the 44" chain that attaches to the purse. Purse is 6" high, 6 1/4" wide, 2" deep. Tassel is 5 1/2" long.

A lusterous acrylic surface on this sophisticated resin purse by Maya.The design, resembling snake skin, is actually leaf bark from the Philippines. Ornate chain has faceted semi-precious stones and crystals and can be detached and worn as a necklace. Inside of purse is done in a matte black to contrast with the sleek outside surface. Purse is 8" wide, 5" high, 2 3/4" deep. Chin is 44" end to end.

Wonderful, versatile sterling Coro clips. They can be worn together as a brooch as shown here, or separated and worn as clips (great on a hat or belt). The set has a patent number which dates its production as beginning in 1931. The back of the Duette has the patent number and is marked sterling and Coro Duette. The earrings are marked sterling. Duette measures 2 1/2" high, 2" wide. Earrings are 1 3/8" high, 1/2" wide.

This Duette shouts Deco! As with all Coro Duettes, it can be taken apart and worn as to clips. This brooch is very versatile---worn as a brooch, two clips, one clip as a scarf holder or on a hat band. it makes a wonderful "belt buckle"!. A very early Coro, displaying patent number 1798867, the piece dates from 1931. It is signed Coro Duette on the back along with the patent number. 3 1/4" across, 1 3/4 top to bottom.

This beautiful necklace by Maya has it all: gilt finish, chunky amethyst beads, rhinestones, piwa pearls, crystals, butterflies, leaves, flowers and more! Elegant in its creation, it is 17 1/2" end to end, its round links are about 2" in diameter, center dangle 2 3/8". Maya's signature is on the clasp. The earrings that follow in the next picture were made by Maya to match this necklace.

Maya created these clip earrings to match the preceding necklace. Their composition includes the crystals, beads, rhinestones and piwa pearls found also in the necklace. They are 1 3/8" in diameter. The dangles are 1 1/4".

Stunningly elegant! This brooch by Iradj Moini, premiere contemporary designer, is in a class by itself. Beautiful red glass cabochons and sparkling prong set rhinestones compose the piece. With its graceful curving petals, it is very three dimensional. Note the detail work on the back of the brooch. Superb craftsmanship. Iradj Moini signature on the back bar. Brooch is 4 1/2" by 4 1/2".

Bright and sassy is the look of this resin purse by Maya. The alligator design and the white leather trim combine to make a charming appearance. The purse and the 44" chain are trimmed with crystals and real turquoise nuggets. The purse is 4" across the top, 7" across the bottom and 5" high.

Pure elegance by Maya! Black carved resin with hint of gold frost touching the most prominent points of the carving. Along with the swans there are reeds and other plants making up the carved places on both front and back. The purse and the 44" chain are encrusted with crystals, beads and piwa pearls. The purse is 5 1/2" wide, 4 1/2" high and 2" front to back.

This Maya purse looks like elegant and lavish icing on a cake! Beautifully carved butterflies, flowers and leaves in iridescent pastel tones of pink, light blue and light green enhance the surface of the front. The back is flat and hangs nicely against the body. Please note that the background color is more of a beige/putty than the brownish tone the pictures show. The purse is 6"wide, 4 1/2" high and 2" deep. The silver plated chain with crystals and beads is 46" long.

This beautiful peach colored carved resin purse by Maya has dragonflies, leaves and flowers. Attached to the surface are chunky gilt flowers and butterflies sporting iridescent rhinestones and pearl beads. The 46" gold plated chain has faceted crystals and beads in the same color tones. The purse is 8" wide, 4 1/2" high and 2" deep.

This resin purse by Maya combines a snake skin pattern with very ornate gilt flowers and butterfly, along with rhinestones, crystals and tiger eye. Gold plated chain (46") can be detached and used as a necklace or belt. The bag can also be carried as a clutch. Purse is 6 1/2" wide, 3 3/4" high and 2 1/4" deep.

As with all of Dorothy Bauer's rhinestone jewelry, the stones are Austrian crystal and are prong set. The frame is constructed and soldered by hand. California designer Bauer creates some pieces in LIMITED EDITIONS. This Christmas tree is one of them and this particular tree is 26/120 as is shown on the back of the pin. The Bauer cartouche is also displayed on the back. A white leather-like storage pouch and a collectors' record and description are included. The pin is 2 1/2" tall, 1 1/2" wide.